2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Viper | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |